Warehouse Associate - 2nd Shift

At the heart of our company is a deep passion for creating fresh, healthy, and artisan-quality food that brings people together. We honor the craft of artisan cooking, using scratch-made stocks, hand-chopped herbs, and only the highest-quality ingredients, complemented by cutting-edge technology. This allows us to deliver consistently safe, exceptional products on a large scale. But it’s not just about the food. Our culture is built on principles that shape how we grow, both as individuals and as a team. One of our core values, Honoring Development, guides us to actively seek out, celebrate, and nurture one another’s talents, strengths, and interests. By fostering each other’s growth, we strengthen our relationships and capabilities, driving both personal and professional success. We also believe in Honoring Each Other. We surround ourselves with passionate people who share our love for great food. Through mutual respect and collaboration, we create an environment where employees are empowered to thrive, building trusting, and rewarding relationships with our clients, partners, and one another. If you’re looking for a place where your skills, passion, and ideas can flourish, we invite you to explore the opportunities available within our dynamic and supportive team. Job Summary As a Warehouse Associate, you will play an important role in the production of high-quality products by assisting with stocking and organizing materials in our warehouse. The ideal candidate must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and should have experience operating forklifts. Experience working in below 0° temperatures a plus. Role and Responsibilities Ensure accurate and timely completion of required documentation to enable clear traceability Ensure Inbound and outbounds loads are handled timely, accurately, and efficiently. Manage ERP system transactions. Communicate and update all relevant parties of any issues or changes Put away stock into designated areas within the warehouse Pick orders accurately, package them correctly, label them appropriately, then prepare for shipment Operate material handling equipment such as forklift or pallet jack safely while ensuring proper safety procedures are always followed Maintain cleanliness of the warehouse area including sweeping/ dusting shelves/racks etc. Comfortable moving at a fast pace and in ambiguous environments Other duties as assigned by Supervisor/Manager

SKILL REQUIRED

Experience with Warehousing, Inventory, and/or Logistics. Experience working in temperature controlled settings Experience with perishable items Proven track record in safe working practices Previous experience working in food production environments preferred but not required Ability to stand for long periods of time High school diploma or GED equivalent Forklift certification is desired but not mandatory Demonstration of minimum proficiency with the English language in order to ensure effective new hire training and on-going communications about safety and quality issues

ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Able to interact and communicate with the supervisors and team members Excellent interpersonal skills needed for working in a team environment Goal oriented & well organized Ability to work all scheduled shifts, on time Excellent attention to detail Effective verbal and written communication skills Time management Problem solving Planning and organizing Mathematical skills

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT

Physical Demands/Efforts Work requires continuous physical exertion including lifting of objects weighing up to 40 pounds. Work Environment and Hazards Employee works in a manufacturing setting with frequent exposure to heat/cold, dust, noise or other factors that may require protective equipment and still pose a hazard. Travel is not required for this position. Pay Range for Warehouse Associate The Warehouse Associate base pay range $19.00/hourly. The listed salary range represents Kettle Cuisine’s good faith estimate for this position and represents the minimum and maximum for new hire salaries for the Savage, MD location only. Ranges will be reviewed on a regular basis. An employee’s rate of pay within the range is determined by their qualifications, relevant experience, and demonstrated performance over time. In addition to those factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical to allow for future and continued salary growth. The Warehouse Associate position is eligible for our comprehensive benefits package. Kettle Cuisine and all its legal entities comply with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. The Warehouse Associate position is eligible for our comprehensive benefits package. Americans with Disabilities Act Kettle Cuisine complies with all aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state disability laws. This means we will not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability in any phase of the employment relationship including application for employment, hiring, promotions and/or advancement opportunities, termination, compensation, training and any other conditions or privileges of employment. Equal Opportunity Employer Kettle Cuisine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions at Kettle Cuisine are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Kettle Cuisine will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Core Values Kettle Cuisine takes the utmost pride in its people, products and reputation. Each employee is expected to understand and live our Core Values every day. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kettle Cuisine, LLC.